At a Glance
A small, affordable Catholic parish school where faith and academics sit at the same table
Best suited for
Practicing or culturally Catholic families in eastern Queens who want an affordable, faith-centered elementary where their child will be known personally by teachers and clergy.
What stands out
- Tuition ranges $4,950–$5,350, putting Holy Family among the most affordable private elementary options in New York City.
- An 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio in a 136-student school means real individual attention — every child is known.
- NCEA accreditation and the Diocese of Brooklyn curriculum provide a structured, faith-aligned academic framework.
- Student demographics (diversity index 0.867) make this one of the more genuinely diverse parish schools in the area.
- A music program begins in 3rd grade, complemented by athletics, clubs, and field trips.
Things to consider
- There is no subway within a 20-minute walk — commuting here realistically means driving or a bus transfer.
- Total enrollment of 136 keeps things personal but caps how deep extracurriculars can go; families used to larger campuses may notice the smaller menu.
- Parent reviews are mixed, with some citing concerns about the school's trajectory in recent years — worth asking current families directly.
- The school tops out at 5th grade, so the middle school search begins early.
- Rolling admissions make timing flexible, but applying early in the cycle still helps with class placement.
Identity
A parish-affiliated Roman Catholic elementary serving Pre-K through 5th grade in a coed setting, following the Diocese of Brooklyn's curriculum guide. The school pairs strong academics with explicit goals around personal spirituality and social justice. Accredited through the National Catholic Educational Association.
Community
Enrollment is notably diverse, with Hispanic (36%), White (25%), Asian (22.8%), and Black (14.7%) families all represented — a diversity index of 0.867, which is among the higher figures you'll find in a Catholic elementary. The modest tuition points to a working- and middle-class family base drawn to the parish community.
Neighborhood
The school sits in Pomonok-Electchester-Hillcrest, a densely populated residential pocket of eastern Queens where median household income is about $77,000 and roughly 37% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The surrounding blocks are a mix of postwar co-ops, single-family homes, and small commercial strips typical of the area. It's a neighborhood where parish life still anchors a lot of family routines.
This school is beyond walking distance of the subway — families should plan on driving or taking a local bus.
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What Parents Are Saying
Mixed reviews - parents cite strong education and community values, though some note concerns about school decline in recent years
Synthesized from public parent reviews · Apr 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Is HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC -BROOKLYN a good school?
- Published quality ratings aren't available for HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC -BROOKLYN yet on Motley. It's a private school serving grades Pre-K to 5 in Pomonok-Electchester-Hillcrest.
- What grades does HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC -BROOKLYN serve?
- HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC -BROOKLYN serves grades Pre-K to 5.
- How do students get into HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC -BROOKLYN?
- HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC -BROOKLYN runs its own private admissions process — typically an application, a visit, and sometimes testing.
- Is HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC -BROOKLYN public, charter, or private?
- HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC -BROOKLYN is a private school.
- What neighborhood is HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC -BROOKLYN in?
- HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC -BROOKLYN is in Pomonok-Electchester-Hillcrest, Queens.